A Trip Down Memory Lane The topic of the power of a present father really takes me to a nostalgic place. I’m a late 80’s,early 90’s child. If you weren’t around then, let me tell you that it was a sweet time to be a kid. Iconic music, big hair, parachute pants and tight rolled jeans. . . . man, […]
The Power of a Present Father
Melting Crayon Art
Here is a fun and simple melting crayon art project that just about anyone can do. You only need a few supplies to make a super cool, one of a kind masterpiece. Supplies: crayons, old or new thick paper or canvas tape blow dryer You’ll also want to prepare a workspace and utilize an apron or an old shirt as […]
Printable Fall Coloring Sheets
Welcome fall, here are some free printable fall coloring sheets to go with the season. Okay, so those of you who know me well enough by now, know that I do not really like to welcome fall. I’m just not a fan of the colder weather, but I do love plenty of things about the season. I love seeing the […]
“Do I Have a Follower?”
“Do I have a follower?,” I said as our one and a half year old chased after me down the hall. Sometimes I think he believes when Mommy closes the bathroom door, I’m transported somewhere else, never to return to him. I think he has now realized that not to be true, but he still wants to be wherever Mommy’s […]
Successful Potty Training 101
It’s about that time again at our house. Time to potty train another “little” that is. So I’ve been inspired to create this blog post, “Successful Potty Training 101”. This will be our 7th child we’ve trained (6th boy). You would think I should be a pro at this by now, but I’m not. Honestly the process is still one […]
10 Things Your Teen Should Know Before Leaving Home.
Many people (us included) will have a young one leaving to college or elsewhere this fall where they will be on their own at least part of the time. I realize that not every teen will be leaving home, some will be older before they leave the nest. This is especially true today with so many educational opportunities online […]
10 Tips for Taking Great Photos of Kids
Here are 10 tips for taking great photos of kids that I’ve put together. In my early years of parenting it was more common to make appointments at department stores and wait to get photos taken in a little room with different screen backgrounds to choose from. Things have really changed since then. Today, just about anybody can take a […]
15 Budget Friendly Things to do with Your Kids
Here are 15 budget friendly things to do with your kids this spring. All of these things can be done with very little costs, and some may even be free for you, depending on where you live and what gear you already own. Bonding with kids doesn’t have to be expensive. Often times, I find that the simple things bring […]